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Activities for children in Cossonay

Perched on its hill and linked to its railway station by a little funicular, the town of Cossonay has a charm all of its own. Between culture, nature and games, the municipality holds fine surprises for families.

From the funicular to the frog pond, by way of the cinema and the theatre: Cossonay has enough to keep the whole family busy. Here is our selection of activities for children in Cossonay.

Our selection of family activities in Cossonay

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Indoor activities

Under cover when the weather turns.
Illustration plate de Cinema Casino de Cossonay, enfants regardant un film sur grand ecran The Cinéma Casino in Cossonay: the big screen for children
Cossonay, Vaud 4-16 years

Fancy a cinema outing as a family? In Cossonay, the Cinéma Casino, a 156-seat hall, hosts the La Lanterne Magique club for ages 6-12 and La Petite Lanterne for ages 4-6. Real films on the big screen, at a child's level.

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Illustration plate de escape game Fantasia a Cossonay, decor de conte avec ados resolvant des enigmes Escape Game Fantasia in Cossonay: fairy-tale-themed escapes
Cossonay, Vaud 13-16 years

Fancy an escape adventure as a family with teenagers? In Cossonay, the Escape Game Fantasia offers several rooms with fairy-tale worlds (Peter Pan, Hansel et Gretel, Pinocchio…). An immersive outing full of puzzles, from around age 13.

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Illustration plate de Theatre du Pre-aux-Moines a Cossonay, enfants assistant a un spectacle The Théâtre du Pré-aux-Moines in Cossonay: shows for families
Cossonay, Vaud 3-16 years

Fancy a show outing as a family? In Cossonay, the Théâtre du Pré-aux-Moines offers around twenty shows each season, with a young-audience strand. Comedy, dance, music or theatre: a lovely way to introduce children to the performing arts.

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Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
Illustration plate de Etang du Sepey pres de Cossonay, enfants observant grenouilles et tritons au bord de l'eau The Étang du Sépey in Cossonay: a nature walk in frog country
Cossonay, Vaud 3-16 years

Fancy a free nature walk as a family? Near Cossonay, the Étang du Sépey reserve is home to frogs, newts and birds in a peaceful setting. An easy walk to observe the life of a pond, especially in spring.

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Illustration plate de funiculaire de Cossonay montant vers le bourg perche, famille a bord The Cossonay funicular: a little panoramic ride for families
Cossonay, Vaud 1-16 years

Fancy an original, easy outing as a family? In Cossonay, a little funicular links the station to the hilltop village in a few minutes, with a lovely view of the countryside. A mini railway adventure that delights children, all year round.

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Around Cossonay

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration de la Piscine de la Venoge à La Sarraz, bassin olympique, toboggan et plongeoirs en plein air Piscine de la Venoge in La Sarraz: family swimming at the foot of the Jura
La Sarraz, Vaud

Fancy a family swimming day in the Gros-de-Vaud? In La Sarraz, the Piscine de la Venoge lines up an Olympic 50-metre pool, a pool for non-swimmers, a shaded paddling pool, a water slide and diving boards, all set in a large green space with a playground and a restaurant.

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Illustration of the Fleur-de-Lys swimming pool in Prilly Fleur-de-Lys Swimming Pool in Prilly: outdoor swimming at the gates of Lausanne
Prilly, Vaud

Want a day of swimming close to Lausanne? The Piscine de la Fleur-de-Lys in Prilly welcomes you from May to September with its renovated pools, diving boards, and large lawn. A conveniently accessible spot, perfect for cooling off the whole family as soon as the nice days arrive.

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Illustration of the outdoor swimming pool in Orbe, pools and slide Orbe Pool: outdoor swimming in the heart of the North Vaud region
Orbe, Vaud

Want a day of swimming outdoors with the kids in the Nord vaudois? The Piscine d'Orbe welcomes you just steps away from the campsite, featuring a large pool, a paddling pool for the little ones, and a slide that delights the older kids. Shaded lawns, a restaurant, and playgrounds complete the picture.

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Illustration of the outdoor swimming pool in Vallorbe by the Orbe river Vallorbe Swimming Pool: outdoor swimming by the Orbe
Vallorbe, Vaud

Are you looking for a swimming spot for the whole family at the foot of the Jura? The Vallorbe Pool, located by the Orbe, combines heated pools, a slide, a paddling pool, and a large shaded lawn. Everything you need for a refreshing and stress-free summer day, from the little ones to teenagers.

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Illustration of the Malley-Pyramides playground in Lausanne Malley-Pyramides playground: the big slide of Lausanne
Lausanne, Vaud 4-14 years

What if you offered your children the longest slide in Lausanne? At Malley-Pyramides, a giant slide of 24 meters winds down at the foot of a wooded hill, surrounded by swings and a vine carousel. A recent playground, free and accessible by metro. Shall we take you there?

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Illustration of the playground at Lake Sauvabelin in Lausanne Playground of Lake Sauvabelin: the largest playground in Lausanne
Lausanne, Vaud 2-12 years

Want a great outdoor outing just steps from the center of Lausanne? The playground at Lake Sauvabelin, nestled at the edge of the forest by the lake, is the largest in the city. A tubular slide, zip line, nest swing, and trunk structures await children, all for free.

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Illustration of the Parc Swimming Pool in Morges, outdoor pools Park Pool in Morges: swimming by the lake with family
Morges, Vaud

Want a day of swimming with family by Lake Geneva? The Piscine du Parc, in Morges, features its outdoor pools between the lawn and the shore, from mid-May to mid-September. A large pool for swimmers, a non-swimmer pool for the little ones: who will get in the water first?

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Illustration of the playground in Vidy, Lausanne, theme fishing village by Lake Geneva Vidy Playground (fishing village): the adventure by the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne
Lausanne, Vaud 2-10 years

What if your children became fishermen for an afternoon? In Lausanne, by Lake Geneva, the Vidy playground features a real little fishing village with its stilt huts and sand. A free outdoor outing designed for the little ones.

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Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Illustration plate de Etang du Sepey pres de Cossonay, enfants observant grenouilles et tritons au bord de l'eau The Étang du Sépey in Cossonay: a nature walk in frog country
Cossonay, Vaud 3-16 years

Fancy a free nature walk as a family? Near Cossonay, the Étang du Sépey reserve is home to frogs, newts and birds in a peaceful setting. An easy walk to observe the life of a pond, especially in spring.

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Illustration plate de Cinema Casino de Cossonay, enfants regardant un film sur grand ecran The Cinéma Casino in Cossonay: the big screen for children
Cossonay, Vaud 4-16 years

Fancy a cinema outing as a family? In Cossonay, the Cinéma Casino, a 156-seat hall, hosts the La Lanterne Magique club for ages 6-12 and La Petite Lanterne for ages 4-6. Real films on the big screen, at a child's level.

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Illustration plate de funiculaire de Cossonay montant vers le bourg perche, famille a bord The Cossonay funicular: a little panoramic ride for families
Cossonay, Vaud 1-16 years

Fancy an original, easy outing as a family? In Cossonay, a little funicular links the station to the hilltop village in a few minutes, with a lovely view of the countryside. A mini railway adventure that delights children, all year round.

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Illustration plate de escape game Fantasia a Cossonay, decor de conte avec ados resolvant des enigmes Escape Game Fantasia in Cossonay: fairy-tale-themed escapes
Cossonay, Vaud 13-16 years

Fancy an escape adventure as a family with teenagers? In Cossonay, the Escape Game Fantasia offers several rooms with fairy-tale worlds (Peter Pan, Hansel et Gretel, Pinocchio…). An immersive outing full of puzzles, from around age 13.

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Illustration plate de Theatre du Pre-aux-Moines a Cossonay, enfants assistant a un spectacle The Théâtre du Pré-aux-Moines in Cossonay: shows for families
Cossonay, Vaud 3-16 years

Fancy a show outing as a family? In Cossonay, the Théâtre du Pré-aux-Moines offers around twenty shows each season, with a young-audience strand. Comedy, dance, music or theatre: a lovely way to introduce children to the performing arts.

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Why choose Cossonay for a family outing?

Cossonay stacks up good outing ideas. The adventure begins at the station, with the little funicular that climbs to the hilltop town. Up there, the Cinéma Casino and the Théâtre du Pré-aux-Moines offer films and shows for young audiences, while Escape Game Fantasia plunges teenagers into fairy-tale settings. On the nature side, the Étang du Sépey reserve is home to frogs, newts and birds, especially in spring.

Between heritage, culture, puzzles and nature walks, Cossonay offers a varied range of activities for the whole family, in any weather. A lively and endearing town, to be discovered through the seasons.